It鈥檚 been 35 years since Vancouver, BC threw its very own world鈥檚 fair 鈥� called Expo 鈥�86
May 11, 2021, 8:45 AM | Updated: 10:20 am
Expo 鈥�86 was Vancouver, BC鈥檚 world鈥檚 fair 35 years ago. (City of Vancouver Archives)
(City of Vancouver Archives)
Like so many people living in Western Washington back then, did you head north over the border to see the sights between May and October 1986? Other than delays waiting to cross at the Peace Arch or Sumas, what happy memories do you recall from 35 years ago? Bonus points if you attended the 1962 Seattle World鈥檚 Fair听and Expo 鈥�86, and you can compare and contrast!
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Besides border delays, what happy memories do you recall? BONUS POINTS if you attended the Seattle World鈥檚 Fair AND Expo 鈥�86, and can compare & contrast!
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